Overview
- The current Crans-Montana security and fire chief was interrogated Friday over the absence of mandated annual inspections since 2019, with the late-running session to be reconvened.
- Jacques Moretti told reporters in Sion that he and his wife think constantly of the victims and feel “anéantis” as he appeared for further questioning.
- A lawyer for a victim filed a formal motion to recuse the prosecutors, alleging serious procedural failings and delays that risked compromising evidence.
- A two-page letter from the Morettis to staff saying they “carry this responsibility” angered employees and victims’ lawyers, while the couple cited frozen bank accounts over unpaid wages.
- Investigators attribute ignition to sparkler-style candles that set ceiling foam alight at Le Constellation, where 41 people died and about 115 were injured, with the former security chief due to be heard Monday before the owners next week.